The thought of drawing a fluffy cat might seem intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Drawing a fluffy cat is easier than you might think – it just takes a few simple steps and a bit of practice. Here are some tips to get you started on creating your own cute, fluffy kitty.
1. Start With the Basics
Before you start drawing your furry cat, you need to be familiar with the basic shapes that are needed. Start with a circle for the head and two oval shapes for the ears. You can draw the eyes with circles or half circles – just make sure that the eyes are slightly bigger than the circles of the head. Add some exaggeration to the whiskers when drawing them – this will give more character to your feline. After you’ve created the basic shape of the head, body, arms and legs of the cat, add a thick line to make the muzzle and side whiskers.
2. Add the Fur
Now you’re ready to add some fur to your fluffy cat. Depending on the grade of fur your cat has, you’ll have to make different points. If you have a long haired cat, draw curved lines to give the fur a softer look. Thin pencil lines will be great to achieve the cat’s fur. If your cat has short fur, you’ll have to draw thicker lines. Draw the fur in the direction the fur grows, using C-shaped lines with pointed ends.
3. Color It In
Once you’re happy with how your fluffy cat looks, it’s time to color it in. If you’re using pencils, use a B or 3B grade for intense colors. Go for lighter colors when adding shadows, and blend them with a blending stump. To make the fur look realistic, add some shading, using light strokes and paying attention to the direction of the fur. If your cat is long haired, you can add color variations – light brown or gray over the lighter colors. You can also add a few highlights to bring out the texture.
4. Finishing Touches
To give your cat a more realistic effect, you’ll need to add a few more details. To create an intense gaze, add some darker color to the eyes and draw it in with the fur. Then draw some reflections in the eyes to make them glimmer. Make sure to add the nose and whiskers and don’t forget the tiny tufts at the base of the ears. Pay attention to the whiskers: they should be longer than the rest of the fur. If you’re feeling creative, you can draw a few subtle stripes on the cat’s back and legs. Now your fluffy cat is finished.
5. Practice Makes Perfect
Having creative skills is not something that only some people are born with – practice makes perfect. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t get it right the first time, as you’ll need to do a few drawings before you get the hang of it. With some patience and practice, you’ll be drawing fluffy cats like a pro.
6. Break the Rules
Once you’ve got the basics down, it’s time to take it to the next level. Learn to break the rules – to bend them and make them your own. Start playing around with colors and shapes to get a more personal and unique look. Try to add some of your emotions on the cat’s face, to make it look more lifelike. Develop your own style and draw cats with different colors, sizes and poses. That’s what creative drawing is all about.
7. Get Inspiration
Take a look around you and draw inspiration from nature. Try to imitate the colors of your own cat or look at some photos of other cats and try to imitate the colors and poses. Talk to those with the same interest, to get tips and draw inspiration from each other. Have fun with it and always remember to practice!
8. Create Your Own Art
Now that you know the basics of how to draw a fluffy cat, it’s time to express yourself. Experiment with colors, lines, shapes and sizes to create your own unique art. Embrace the beauty of imperfection and just keep drawing. Have fun with it and always stay creative! That’s it, you’re now ready to draw the cutest fluffy cats.
